E140: Turning Points: How Reinvention Shapes the Future with Madeline Di Nonno

Welcome to the first episode of 2025! In this episode of THE POWER OF RE:INVENTION, host Kathi Sharpe-Ross kicks off the year with an inspiring conversation featuring Madeline Di Nonno, President and CEO of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media.

Madeline shares how a turning point in her career—when two significant life events collided—pushed her to reimagine her path and embrace Reinvention. She reflects on leaving behind a successful corporate career in entertainment to lead a mission-driven organization advocating for inclusion and representation in media.

The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of career transitions, the impact of research and AI on gender bias in storytelling, and the importance of staying adaptable in a rapidly evolving world. Madeline’s story reminds us that the most transformative moments often come from life’s biggest disruptions.

Whether you’re navigating your own Reinvention or looking for inspiration to start the year with purpose, this episode offers powerful insights and actionable wisdom to set you on the right path.

Key Takeaways:

• Reinvention often begins with a moment of discomfort—embrace it as an opportunity.

• Life rarely unfolds in a straight line; sometimes, challenges lead us to the most meaningful paths.

• Take stock of what truly matters to you and let that guide your decisions.

• AI and technology are reshaping every industry; staying curious and adaptable is non-negotiable.

• Reinvention is not a one-time event—it’s a mindset that you can revisit whenever life calls for it.

Madeline’s LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinedinonno/

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